Forged Youth - Legacy Within
Forged Youth: Legacy Within
What if the conversations you needed most as a teen athlete were finally being had—openly, honestly, and with purpose?
Forged Youth: Legacy Within is the podcast that equips youth athletes (ages 12–24), their parents, and coaches with the mental tools, emotional resilience, and life insight to rise above the noise and grow into strong, intentional human beings.
Each episode features real, raw conversations with professional athletes, CEOs, and cultural leaders sharing what they wish they knew when they were younger. We unpack topics like mental grit, overcoming adversity, identity beyond sport, and building a life of purpose—even when things fall apart.
Hosted by former elite athlete and mental health advocate Mariel Nichole Anderson, this podcast is your companion through the messy middle of chasing big dreams—and becoming someone even bigger in the process.
Because you weren’t born to just survive sport. You were made to be forged by it.
Forged Youth - Legacy Within
Season 1 Ep. 37 - Breathwork, Boundaries, and Letting Go with Abby Hildebrand
In this episode, Mariel, Josh, and guest Abby Hildebrand dive deep into the transformative power of breathwork and its role in managing emotions, healing past wounds, and fostering personal growth. Abby, a breathwork facilitator and registered therapist, shares her journey from HR to holistic healing, revealing how breathwork helped her navigate the trauma of her daughter’s birth and how it became a cornerstone of her self-care practice.
Together, they explore the science behind breathwork, breaking down its connection to the autonomic nervous system and explaining how it can be used to regulate stress, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm. The group discusses practical tools for rebuilding trust with your body, balancing the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems, and the importance of finding breathwork techniques that align with your unique needs.
Abby opens up about her struggles with anxiety, chronic stress, and learning to let go of past grievances, offering listeners practical advice on how to embrace the process of healing through breath. They also talk about the power of community and the importance of creating a support system, emphasizing how crucial it is to have safe spaces to express emotions and receive support.
Listeners will learn about the significance of setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, and taking time to pause and reflect, all while being compassionate with themselves along the way. Whether you're new to breathwork or familiar with its benefits, this episode provides valuable insights on how to use the breath as a tool for healing, personal growth, and emotional balance.
